Tuberculosis, or TB, is a sneaky disease. It can hide in the body, making it tough to spot. Doctors often use sputum cultures to find TB bacteria. But sometimes, these tests come up empty, even when TB is present. This is where things get tricky. New, super-sensitive tests like GeneXpert MTB/RIF Ult
The value of physical activity for cancer patients is well-established. It is a fact that people who stay active during treatment tend to have a better outlook. This is why prehabilitation, or prehab, has gained attention. Prehab focuses on getting patients physically ready before surgery. This
Low back pain is a common issue. It can be a real pain, literally. It can stop you from doing things you love. So, what can you do about it? Exercise is often suggested. But which exercises are best? How often should you do them? For how long? These are the questions that needed answers. A
Sexual trauma can leave deep emotional scars. One of the most painful aspects for many survivors is the sense of betrayal. This feeling has often been seen as a fixed part of the trauma, based mainly on how close the survivor was to the person who harmed them. This view misses the personal and uniqu
Stretching is a great way to boost flexibility in your joints. However, it often comes with some discomfort. A recent study looked into how doing mental math during stretching can affect how it feels and how well it works. The idea was to see if focusing on something else could make stretching more
In the world of sports, emotions often run high, especially after a tough loss. The Milwaukee Bucks found themselves on the losing end of a close game against the Indiana Pacers. The final score was 119-118 in favor of the Pacers, and the game went into overtime, making the defeat even more painful
The knee is a complex joint. It depends heavily on the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) for stability. This ligament is crucial for keeping the knee in place. It can be damaged by a sudden impact or an awkward twist. This type of injury is quite common. In Saudi Arabia, about 31. 4% of people expe
People often have strong opinions about anorexia. They might think it only affects thin, white women. But is this true? A recent study looked into how weight and race affect how people see anorexia. They wanted to see if these factors change how severe people think the condition is. They also looked
Amazon has no plans to show tariff costs on its site. This is despite a report that suggested otherwise and the White House's strong reaction. The misunderstanding started with a report from Punchbowl News. It said Amazon would display tariff costs next to product prices. This sparked a quick respon
Virtual reality (VR) has been around for a while, but its use in sports is fairly new. It is important to understand how athletes see this technology. A recent study looked into how athletes use VR and the challenges they face. The study involved 14 athletes who had used VR headsets before. They
